“Thank you State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) for inviting me to your meeting at SIUE this week,” said Rep. Elik. “I enjoyed providing an update on what happened during this…

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and women…

If you can, please consider donating to my Holiday Food Drive, going on now through December 20th. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off between the hours of 8:30 am…

The days of buying a new vehicle for under $20,000 are nearly over, for now, in the U.S. The average price of a new vehicle is now over $48,000, an…

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…

Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and staying ahead of the game can save…

“Grandparent Scams” are often carried out over the phone by people claiming to be a relative of the victim, usually a grandchild, who claims to be in trouble and in…

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) will be hosting a Holiday Food Drive at her district office in Alton beginning December 5th-20th. “With higher food costs and the Holiday season underway,…

On this day in 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state in the Union. Happy Statehood Day, Illinois!

National Computer Safety Day is meant to raise awareness around cyber security issues that affect millions of people every year. One small but important way to protect yourself online is…